As of the current date, the United States is involved in 8 publicly known military engagements across 5 different wars. Wars with direct U.S. involvement include war on terror (Nigeria, …

Jul 24, 2024 · While the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II and the attack on the World Trade Center in 2001 resulted in thousands of American deaths, the most recent war fought …

Dec 10, 2025 · ¹There were eleven times for five wars : War of 1812, Mexican-American War, Spanish-American War, World War I, and World War II. (Sources: Congressional Research …

Jul 2, 2025 · The Revolutionary War, also known as the American War of Independence, was a conflict between Great Britain and its thirteen North American colonies, culminating in the …

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Feb 5, 2024 · Many wars or conflicts in U.S. history have federally designated "periods of war," dates marking their beginning and ending. These dates are important for qualification for …

Dec 21, 2023 · In this overview, we will explore the key wars and military engagements that have defined the United States from its founding to the present day, highlighting their historical …

Throughout its history, the United States has engaged in numerous military conflicts. The country has officially declared war on foreign nations on five occasions. Additionally, the United States …

Dec 5, 2025 · Eager to assert its independence and economic freedom, the young United States declared war. Early battles along the Canadian border were inconclusive, but the fighting …

Aug 15, 2024 · America has been at war basically since we were founded. It took a war just to get our country going. From smaller conflicts to major ones, here’s a look at the war timeline in …